Campaign medal instituted in 1944 for issue to troops of brazil and her allies for service in the Italian Campaign Of 1944. The Brazilian Expeditionary Force (BEF), particularly its 1st Division, figured prominently in this and the 1945 Campaigns....

Instituted in 1944, the Medalha De Guerra was awarded to soldiers of the Army Of Brazil, as well as her allies, for service in World War II. The medal was awarded to General Lucian King Truscott, Jr. This award likely dates from his later Command.